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E&S Casualty Underwriting Manager

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What can go right when you can grow your career?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, we have over 150 years of experience, serve more than 25 industries, and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities so you can reach your full potential and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. With the support of people like you, we are optimistic about leading the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.

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Zurich is currently looking to hire an E&S Casualty Underwriting Manager to support our East region E&S Casualty production underwriting team! We are looking for talent to be based out of our Atlanta office. This leadership role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office on a regular basis to meet with your team.

In this role you will manage a team of skilled Primary and Excess Casualty Underwriters. You will be expected to travel as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate relationships with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability. This is a critical role in driving an engaging team culture. This role requires a strong technical, staff development and sales execution mindset. This role requires 25% of Travel.

Zurich E&S is dedicated 100% to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction! This is an exciting time to join E&S Casualty at Zurich!

Basic Qualifications:

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.OR

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the claims or Under Support area.OR

+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate’s Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.AND

+ 2 or more years of management experience

+ AND

+ Experience with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s Degree

+ Advanced knowledge of primary casualty and/or excess casualty lines of business

+ Ability to lead, manage and build rapport with team

+ Excellent organizational, written, oral communication and presentation skills

+ Advanced knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory guidelines

+ Some leadership, supervisory or management experience

+ Established Producer relationships

+ Advanced skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiating

+ Strong presentation skills and a solutions and service orientation

+ CPCU

+ Advanced knowledge of product lines and insurance industry

+ Excellent skills in relationship building

+ Strong presentation skills

+ Results oriented

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. For additional information about our Total Rewards, Click here. Other rewards may include short term incentive bonuses and merit increases. **Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill, and education.** The salary provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary rangefor this position is $172,000.00 - $222,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Atlanta

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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